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Greetings Main Street Friends!
Summer Nights at Zaitz:
A Three Part Series of Events
We are excited to announce that we will be partnering with Leadvillain Music to host our Summer music series, Summer Nights At Zaitz! This series will take place the evenings of 7/7/2022, 8/4/2022, and 9/1/2022, with music from local based bands and a beer garden in the park.
Stop by Zaitz park for our first event of this series and jam out to performances by Groovespeak, a Leadville Local Rock band, with Reggae band Lightship Dragster following after.
We look forward to seeing everyone there!
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The Main Street program centers around a Transformation Strategy that is developed and embraced to meet a unique need(s) that residents have identified for their community. The Main Street 4-Point Approach recommends implementation of activities organized around Four Points: Economic Vitality, Design, Promotion, and Organization.
Leadville Main Street Team
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Leadville Main Street Program focuses on the assets, resources, and people of Leadville, preserving key cultural, historic properties; revitalizing commercial buildings; and adding outdoor features to create a sense of energy for Leadville's future! More about us » and Follow us on Facebook » or email us here.
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Parklet & Restroom Project - Update! | |
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Last year, we announced that in 2022, Harrison Avenue will FINALLY get a new public restroom and parklet at the Visitor's Center (adjacent to the parking lot) thanks to our partners at CDOT via the Main Street Revitalization Grant Opportunity #2. We are excited to announce that plans for the restroom and parklet are solidifying! With the oversight and project management of Hope for Homes, We anticipate the parklet opening late summer/early fall. On Wednesday, June 1, 2022, we had our groundbreaking ceremony, golden plunger included! Permitting and planning are underway and construction will be starting soon!
The Leadville Main Street parklet-restroom project will be a great addition to our visitor center in desperate need of better amenities to serve those coming through needing a place to rest, get information, and plan their stay in Leadville. Additionally, this will be another service point for locals and business owners who need reliable bathroom facilities for public use. This project is being implemented in a stakeholder collaboration of the Leadville Main Street Program, Leadville Lake County Economic Development Corporation, Lake County, City of Leadville, Lake County Tourism Panel, Leadville Lake County Chamber of Commerce, Lake County Civic Center Association, Leadville Street Department, Parkville Water, Leadville Sanitation District, and Leadville volunteers.
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Leadville Main Street's "Leadville In Bloom"
(formerly Planter Box Program)
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The Leadville Main Street Program is so pleased with the success of last year's annual (online) auction, Leadville In Bloom to support the Planter Box Program! Thank you all who participated and bought a planter box/auction item, we greatly appreciate your support! We have expanded the planter box program this year and are excited to announce some new additions!
Attention all Leadville in Bloom planter box sponsors! We are pivoting this year to company names and/or logos on the sponsor spike/plaques that are provided with your planter box. If you haven't already submitted your information for your sponsor placard, please do so by emailing it to us at admin@lakecountyedc.com.
Weather permitting, our hope is to have flowers beautifying Harrison Avenue by Father's Day weekend!
Please reach out to us if you have any questions!
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Business Spotlight:
Nourish Day Spa. Nourish Day Spa, previously known as Leadville Wellness Center, is owned and operated by Hillary Homer and Gwen Rudy.
“At Nourish, our goal is to offer a wide variety of health and wellness resources to our community. Our cozy day spa offers a small apothecary and many services including; acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping, massage therapy, hot stone massage, herbal foot soaks, body wraps and custom treatments for weekend warriors, serious athletes and anyone simply looking to relax and renew.”
Nourish Leadville is located 722 Harrison Ave. E
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Leadville’s Historic
Preservation Commission (HPC)
Leadville's Historic Preservation Commission (the HPC) was created to assist in preserving Leadville's famous past. In addition to reviewing Leadville's ongoing renewal and renovation, we help historic property owners with research, grant and tax credit information and assistance.
The HPC is always seeking community members with an interest in preserving Leadville's past.
Check out their new Frequently Asked Questions section which can be found on the City of Leadville's website under Historic Preservation Commission.
To access the FAQ section, please click here.
If you’re interested in joining us, contact
Lori Tye at adminassistant@leadville-co.gov today.
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2022 Leadville HPC Members
Marcia Martinek
Chairperson
Josef Edwards
Commissioner
Stephen Whittington
Commissioner
Scott Spillman
Commissioner
Mick Lindquist
Commissioner
Curt Fladager
Alternate
Nancy Bailey
Alternate
Mayor Greg Labbe
City of Leadville
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LAKE COUNTY TOURISM PANEL'S "COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM"
As an endeavor to collaborate with community members, The Lake County Tourism Panel (LCTP) has created the "Community Support Program", which may support specific projects and programs that are specific to Lake County.
Applicable projects can request from $500 to $5000 in funding, and partial awards may be granted.
The application process will start on June 1st, and end on July 15th. Awarded organizations will be notified by August 1st. For further information or for the application, please visit the Lake County Tourism Panel Website or scan the URL code attached to the flyer.
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Business Values Analogy
In past videos, workshops and blogs, I have discussed a real-time strategic business planning process. It starts with a business concept vision that is overlaid upon SWOT analysis and typical business areas like values, goals and constraints to arrive at a unified plan. Today, I would like to focus on that tough-to-define word…values. Instead of asking what are your company’s values, ask:
- Why does your business exist?
- Who do you service?
- What is the benefit?
Read more HERE
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Welcome to our new series...
Business Thoughts Spotlight
Each week, we will highlight topics around four key business areas:
Planning; Accounting; Marketing/
Sales; and Human Resources
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AROUND TOWN AND ADDITIONAL INFO | |
ADVOCATES OF LAKE COUNTY PRESENT
"EMPOWERMENT EXPRESS"
Help support victims of violence in Lake County by attending Advocates of Lake County's "Empowerment Express" fundraiser! The event will be held at the Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad at 5:30pm on June 18th.
Vegan and gluten-free dinners are available, but if you have any dietary restrictions, please reserve your tickets by June 9th. If you are a local business and want to donate an item for their silent auction, please email amanda@advocatesoflakecounty.org
For further information or to purchase a ticket, please visit their website or scan the QR code attached to the flyer.
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FLOWER MARKET AT BLUE VESSEL FLORISTA
Blue Vessel is excited to bring regular Flower Markets to Harrison Avenue this summer. Come shop the Leadville Flower Market outside Blue Vessel Florista every Sunday! They will be open from 8 am to 8 pm, June - September! Spend a slow Sunday downtown amongst fresh, and colorful, blooms. They will also have grab and go bundles of flowers and the shop will be open!
Every Sunday
June 5th-Septemeber 25th
8am-8pm
460 Harrison Avenue
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TABOR OPERA HOUSE EVENTS ANNOUNCEMENT!
After a 2 year hiatus, the historic Tabor Opera House will once again be hosting events this Summer, starting on June 4th. From music making workshops to ghost themed treasure hunts, the Tabor will provide a variety of events this year so anyone can find something to enjoy! If you've never visited this Leadville landmark, then take this opportunity to attend one of their building tours, starting May 27th.
For further details about their summer events, you can read The Tabor's recent press release here, where you can also purchase event tickets and discounted seasonal tickets.
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BUSINESS & INDUSTRY NEEDS ASSESSMENT
Focusing on activities to help improve the general business and economic vitality of our dynamic Western Slope district, Colorado Mountain College is working toward providing workforce ready professionals to help your business thrive. Help us identify employee skill set needs that would be valuable for your business, by completing a brief 10-minute survey. Talk to all stakeholders in your company to gain insight into what skills would be most beneficial to have.
If you have questions, contact the Dean for School of Business, Dr. Norma Guzman Duran, MBA, EdD, O: 970.947.8341/ C: 832-610-0293, nguzmanduran@coloradomtn.edu
Assistant Professor Business, Joshua Taylor, MBA, MECH. ENG, O: 970.947.8197, jrtaylor@coloradomtn.edu
Please complete the survey by June 30, 2022
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SBDC'S 2ND ANNUAL OUTDOOR INDUSTRY SUMMIT
The Central Mountain Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will be hosting their 2nd annual Outdoor Industry Summit at Salida Steam Plant Center on Monday, September 19th. Topics of discussion include Business and Leadership Development & Innovation, Sustainability and Stewardship, and more!
Monday, September 19th,
Salida Steamplant Event Center
220 W. Sackett Ave.
Salida, CO 81201
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TRIVIA NIGHT WITH TARYN
Come down to the Freight on Friday, June 10th, for Trivia Night! Bring your brainiest friends to form teams of no more than 6 people, and put your best to the test! Admittance is $5 at the door, and all proceeds this month go to Lake County Library's Banned Book Events. The bar will be open, but the kitchen won't, so make sure to grab a bite before you head over.
Friday, June 10, 2022
7:00 PM 9:00 PM
FREIGHT320 East 9th Street
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Be sure to check out the workshops and sessions offered by our SCORE Partners. | | |
Check out SBDC resources available to support small businesses, non-profits, freelancers, and independent contractors. | | | |
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Calling All Volunteers!
Leadville Mainstreet is excited to announce our new volunteer opportunities for 2022! Are you interested in helping with beautification projects or hosting events? You would be an excellent fit for our committee! We will be looking for volunteers to help with events such as Leadville in Bloom( our annual auction) and Trick or Treat Street. If you are interested, please email us at mainstreet@lakecountyedc.com or call at 719-293-2316 for further details.
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Our Mission Statement
Strengthening community connection through historic preservation, beautification and the activation of public spaces to support a thriving downtown.
Our Vision Statement
A thriving downtown that is connected with the community and supporting great living at 10,200 feet.
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